The three-year-old Australian tot appeared in images where her sister, 13, appears to help her inhale cannabis from the pipe.

The pics were shared on a Facebook group with over 27,000 followers, sparking a massive backlash from disgusted people.

It is believed the images were taken months ago, with the tot now removed from the family and in care.

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INHALING: In one of the pictures the girl appears to blow out smoke

“I would be devastated if this was one of my kids”

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However, cops from the Western Adelaide Criminal Investigation Branch said they have conducted another welfare check on the youngster this weekend.

Police also confirmed there had been a number of reports about children in the family's care being mistreated.

A spokesman for the force said: “Anyone who comes across information or has knowledge of child abuse or neglect should report it to the authorities, rather than commenting on social media.

“If possible, people should take a screen shot of the image or information to assist police.”

The teen who reportedly encouraged the toddler to smoke has also been removed from the household.

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But the woman who reported the shocking photos after seeing them on Facebook said she feared the damage to the youngster was already done.

Speaking anonymously, she said: “I’m a mum and I would be devastated if this was one of my kids.

“I believe the most important thing is getting this 13-year-old girl help.

“She clearly has mental issues going on to think this behaviour is OK.”